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10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Luang Prabang That You Shouldn't Miss
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the former capital of Laos, and you'll see everything from golden-roofed temples to vestiges of colonial French architecture here. Buddhist monasteries abound in Luang Prabang, and early every morning, monks process through the streets collecting alms (their food for the day). If you want to watch or participate, though, ask your hotel for a brief etiquette lesson first—you have to distribute the food in a specific manner.
Restaurants in Luang Prabang
1. Pak Ou Caves, Xang Kong and Xang Hai village, Kuang Si Falls - Mon tribe village
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Luang Prabang is one ancient world's heritage situated in northern Laos, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Considered by many travellers and writers as being the heart of Laotian culture. Today your trip will full the natural famous place and beautiful in luangprabang we provide in this case such as kuangsi water fall, Thing cave…
Inclusions: Transfer, Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Dinner
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Other services not mentioned above.
Reviewed By yongy62
He is very nice person to talk with us all the tour and whatever special local food the people living the province
2. Luang Prabang World Heritage City Tour & Kuangsi Falls
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
• Visit Wat Xieng Thong, one of the largest and most decorative temples in the city • Explore Wat Mai, a breathtaking temple with a beautiful gilded façade • Spend time at the National Museum at the center of town, and was the former Royal Palace • Enjoy a guided walking tour around the nearby historical and culturally important museums and temples around Luang Prabang • Discover the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre and UXO center to understand deeply about Laos history and culture • Visit Kuang Si falls –one of the most attractive destination in Laos
Inclusions: National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Malcolm H
Emailed the night before to confirm pick up. Picked up from hotel by electric buggy and taken to ferry. Crossed the Mekong and then 20-30 minute drive in the back of a pick up all part of the adventure getting there. The waterfall at the park had dried up as it was the dry season but we had been forwarned about this. Excellent safety briefing and then 1 to 1 instruction on the zip lines. We were the only ones in the first group of the day. Equipment all relatively new and European manufactured. Both instructors were humerous spinning round and zip lining upside down but always focused on our safety. Some nice long lines and a twin line which gave us some good photo opportunities. Only down side of just 2 in the group is we didnt have to wait for anyone so in 40 minutes we had completed the course. We had a cool drink and a wander around the gardens before being taken back to the ferry. We asked to be dropped off in the centre of town not at our hotel and the guide facilitated this. A good half day adventure. Recommend.
3. Stopover: World Heritage Of Luang Prabang
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sightseeing around the world heritage of Luang Prabang, see the local life, culture of Buddhist town, architecture of French.
Inclusions: 10% Government Tax, Local guide, Drinking water through the tour, Transportation, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water
Exclusions: Airport/Departure Tax, Food and drinks, Accommodations, Visa fee
Reviewed By Vong V
We had a great trip with the and driver around around Luang Prabang for 3days sightseeing, we visited the Koungsii waterfall and wat Xiengthong and other...
4. 3days tour around Luang Prabang
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In 1995 UNESCO declared the entire town of Luang Prabang a World Heritage Site. Nestled in the mountains at the confluence of the Mekong and Khan Rivers, this former royal capital is one of the most delightful towns in all of Asia. Small enough to explore on foot, the town reveals its charm and history at every turn, with gilded temples on nearly every corner and saffron robed monks strolling the quiet streets. The local markets offer produce, as well as silver and textiles; Hmong tribeswomen come here to shop.
Inclusions: English speaking guide, All transportation, Drinking water through the tour, 10% government tax, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Meals, accommodation, Visa fee & Airport tax
Reviewed By Vong V
Wonderful trip with this trip with Vong and driver, we would use his service again once we return back to Laos.
5. Private Tour Full Day Luang Prabang Heritage City Highlights
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Visit the main highlights of Luang Prabang heritage area with an experienced local guide. Ask your guide as many as possible. National museum and temples are unfortunately not curated well. Recommended gone through with a guide. Otherwise, you will just be looking at object without really knowing their importance or origin. This tour’s destinations include the main highlights of Luang Prabang center-town such as Buddist temples (Wat Mai, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Wisunarat, Wat Pa Phon Phao), Royal Palace museum, local market, ethnological center etc.. It is simply the must do Luang Prabang tour for any first time visitors to the country.
Inclusions: English Speaking Local Licensed Tour Guide, Private transportation
Exclusions: 3-course deluxe set lunch menu including coffee or tea at Ock Pop Tok Silkroad Café can be arranged upon prior request. (15$/person) Please choose from Lao or Western set menu and message us., All Entrance Fees for Museum, Temples.. (about US$16.5)
Reviewed By scard1
The tour was fine, but please be advised that the elephants in the "camp" where you will eat lunch are in chains. Supporting this tour means supporting animal cruelty. Respectable sanctuaries do not chain elephants to trees. Very sad, and unexpected. I also heard one of the hosts explaining at length that there was nothing inhumane about the elephants' treatment when one of the other customers expressed concern, which I'm sure he knew not to be the case.
6. Private Luang Prabang City Tour & Joint in Kuang Si Waterfalls Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
A full day tour in Luang Prabang. In the morning we visit major highlights of Luang Prabang Heritage area with an experienced local guides. After lunch break in Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Center, we join in a superb afternoon excursion to Kuang Si waterfalls. The national museums and temples are not well curated. It should be better to go through with a guide. Otherwise, you will just be looking at object without really knowing their importance or origin. All our guides have experienced over 10 years in Luang Prabang tourism industry. Feel free to ask as many as possible. City tour start at 8:30 (or 5:30 if you choose to participate in the Alms giving ceremony), Lunch break at Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Center (12:00-2:00), Kuang Si Falls (2:30-5:00), Return to the city at 5:30-6:00 Entrance fees for temples and national museum are NOT included.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Kuang Si Waterfalls Entrance Fee
Exclusions: 3-course deluxe set lunch menu including coffee or tea at Ock Pop Tok Silkroad Café can be arranged upon prior request. (15$/person) Please choose from Lao or Western set menu and message us., Entrance Fee (Museum, temple)
Reviewed By scard1
The tour was fine, but please be advised that the elephants in the "camp" where you will eat lunch are in chains. Supporting this tour means supporting animal cruelty. Respectable sanctuaries do not chain elephants to trees. Very sad, and unexpected. I also heard one of the hosts explaining at length that there was nothing inhumane about the elephants' treatment when one of the other customers expressed concern, which I'm sure he knew not to be the case.
7. Luang Prabang World Heritage Half Day City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 8 reviews
Luang Prabang, the old kingdom of Lane Xang was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 and knowing as the center of the religious life of Laos by a mystic atmosphere with some of 34 Buddhist temples and a hundreds of monk who comes out in every early morning for their traditional alms ritual.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, All activities, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Malcolm H
Emailed the night before to confirm pick up. Picked up from hotel by electric buggy and taken to ferry. Crossed the Mekong and then 20-30 minute drive in the back of a pick up all part of the adventure getting there. The waterfall at the park had dried up as it was the dry season but we had been forwarned about this. Excellent safety briefing and then 1 to 1 instruction on the zip lines. We were the only ones in the first group of the day. Equipment all relatively new and European manufactured. Both instructors were humerous spinning round and zip lining upside down but always focused on our safety. Some nice long lines and a twin line which gave us some good photo opportunities. Only down side of just 2 in the group is we didnt have to wait for anyone so in 40 minutes we had completed the course. We had a cool drink and a wander around the gardens before being taken back to the ferry. We asked to be dropped off in the centre of town not at our hotel and the guide facilitated this. A good half day adventure. Recommend.
8. 1 DAY Mekong Cruise to Pak Ou Caves. Kuang Si Waterfalls . Local Villages
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 76 reviews
A full day tour to the Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Waterfalls. We depart Luang Prabang boat pier in the morning. Floating along the Mekong River, you will be in love with the beautiful landscape in Luang Prabang. Stop by a village "Ban Xang Hai" for tasting unique local rice whisky and rice wine. Afterward, exploring the mystery cave with local tour guide. Having buffet lunch at the restaurant overlooking the Mekong river. In the afternoon, we take a car to waterfalls and enjoy swimming in the cool water. At 5pm, we leave for the city. Stop by a Hmong village en route. We'll meet Hmong people wearing traditional cloths and see their small Hmong museum. Arrival at the city center or your hotel at 6:00. This tour is accompanied by an experienced English-speaking tour guide. Feel free to ask your guide as many questions as possible. The tour date is reschedulable until 7 pm day before. Please contact us by email or message or visit Manifa Travel office
Inclusions: Enjoy a delicious buffet-style lunch at the restaurant overlooking the Mekong river. Savour the traditional Laos flavours and delight in the international style dishes. Vegetarian options available, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop
Reviewed By pijusuogintas
We are Wander Spot Explore and we came to Manifa Elephant Camp and Lodge for couple days only but instead spent almost a week there. The place is fantastic! Staff was super helpful all the time, food they provided exceeded our expectations and I could not even talk about how great the view from our lodge was. Meeting the elephants walking through your lawn near the pool in the morning was something insane. Never expected to see so many and so well taken care of animals in whole Southeast Asia. On top of staying in one of the nicest resorts in Luang Prabang, we got to bath elephants in Mekong, visit their camp where Mahout family is taking care of them, also, a chance to go into nearby Pak Ou Caves after which we just chose a random Mekong island and got an insane BBQ there with a fire and even table brought from the resort. There are more activities, but in order to do them all you need more time, for instance during dry season you can also go kayaking. The only hard thing I encountered was that not everyone speaks English well and sometimes you need to wait or double check if they understand you correctly. But the staff is very helpful and always treats the visitors with so much care. You can always use translator if you really need to. Apart from that I hated only mosquito who were bothering me just after sunset, but it is a superb resort in middle of beautiful and green nature by the river of Mekong, what can you do about them.. For more photos and stories visit our instagram or facebook. We will also include this place in to our bucketlist on our page as this is definitely a must visit place if you are in Luang Prabang!
9. Luang Prabang – 4000 Islands
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Start in Luang Prabang and end in Pakse! We will arrive in the core of Laotian culture - Luang Prabang - where sparkles with its flickering verifiable and strict destinations just as broad regular magnificence. As an UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is an appealing goal that you can't miss on your Laos visit. Next destination, 4000 Islands is a beguiling little jewel of a spot settled at the foot of Laos on the Cambodian border, and as the name recommends, comprises of bunches of small islands dissipated in the huge Mekong Delta.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, English-speaking tour guides, Air-con transfers during the trip, Accommodation on twin/double/triple sharing basis., Entrance fee, Mineral water during transfer, Boat trip as the itinenary mentioned
Exclusions: International and domestic flights during the trip, Visa stamp fee (Laos: USD 35/person for visa-upon-arrival), Other meals, if not mentioned in the program. , Surcharge for Christmas and New Year period. , Other expenses, if not mentioned in the program.
10. Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Fall Day Tour
Overall Ratings
3.8 based on 32 reviews
Explore the beauty of Laos’ culture and natural wonders with a full day exploration around Luang Prabang. Travel up the Mekong River to the Buddha-filled caves of Pak Ou, visit a local rice-wine making village, and visit a local ethnic minority village. Swim in the waters of the Kuang Si falls and enjoy a picnic lunch as you relax in the Laos countryside.
Inclusions: Transport into A/C vehicle, Lunch, All permissions and local taxes, Private English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By BushyBerowra
This was an EXCELLENT way of seeing the town and orientating yourself. Definitely not strenuous.It also gave us time to view more closely the attractions rather from inside a minivan.
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